Kia America, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2018
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 9 safety recalls made by Kia America, Inc. in 2018. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 19, 2018
(Campaign #: SC172)
High Pressure Fuel Pipe May Leak
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
NHTSA ID: 18V907000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 71,653
Consequence Summary:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 65.53
October 31, 2018
(Campaign #: SC171)
Incorrect Low Beam Aiming/FMVSS 108
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 18V771000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 1,754
Consequence Summary:
If the headlights are not properly aimed, the driver may have reduced visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlight aiming and replace the headlights, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC171.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.27
October 25, 2018
(Campaign #: SC170)
Wiring Harness may be Damaged by Fender
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Stinger vehicles. The front wiring harness located in the engine and passenger compartment may get damaged from contacting a burr on the left fender body panel.
NHTSA ID: 18V754000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 16,011
Consequence Summary:
The damaged wiring harness may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness for damage. If no damage is found, a cover will be installed. If damage is found, the wiring harness will be replaced and a cover will be installed, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC170.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.38
September 25, 2018
(Campaign #: SC168)
Electrical Resistance at Main Relay May Cause Fire
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Niro hybrid electric vehicles. The Main Relay within the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) may have inadequate connections between its contacts, causing increased electrical resistance.
NHTSA ID: 18V666000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 27,030
Consequence Summary:
The increased electrical resistance can overheat the rear seat which is above the PRA, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the Power Relay Assembly (PRA) for damage. If no damage is found, the main relay will be replaced. If damage is found, the PRA will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began November 23, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC168.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.64
September 21, 2018
(Campaign #: SC167)
Steering Column may Separate
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2018 Kia Sorento vehicles. The cowl crossbar that connects to the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) steering column may be improperly welded, allowing the steering column to separate.
NHTSA ID: 18V656000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 97
Consequence Summary:
If the steering column separates, it can cause a loss of steering ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cowl crossbar, free of charge. The recall began October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC167.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 89.69
June 1, 2018
(Campaign #: SC165)
Air Bags/Seat Belt Pretensioners may be Disabled
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles. In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit (ACU) may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying.
NHTSA ID: 18V363000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 507,587
Consequence Summary:
If the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a vehicle crash that necessitates deployment of these safety systems.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners. For model year 2011 Sedona vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to verify the ACU part number and, if necessary, install an extension wire harness kit between the ACU Connector and the Vehicle Harness Connector. For all other affected vehicles, Kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC165.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 44.53
May 23, 2018
(Campaign #: SC164)
Power Sliding Door may not Auto-Reverse
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Kia Sedona vehicles equipped with a power sliding door (PSD). The PSD may not auto-reverse when its closing is obstructed.
NHTSA ID: 18V338000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 106,428
Consequence Summary:
If the door closes on an occupant, there is an increased risk of an injury.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the PSD module software, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC164.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75.09
April 20, 2018
(Campaign #: SC163)
Clutch Actuator Oil Leak may cause Fire
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017 Kia Niro vehicles. The Hydraulic Clutch Actuator (HCA) inner oil seal may leak, allowing oil to accumulate in the cap area, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 18V257000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 27,029
Consequence Summary:
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HCA caps for leaked oil and replace the HCA assembly if needed, or replace the HCA cap with additional sealant. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 15, 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC163.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91
March 8, 2018
(Campaign #: SC162)
Voltage Protection Device may Activate
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
NHTSA ID: 18V161000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,710
Consequence Summary:
If the VPD activates while the vehicle is being operated in Electric Vehicle (EV) mode, there may be a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 81.71
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